DM Mitch Wednesday July 25th, 2018 8:20:10 AM Garret says hes open to side benefits so Gimp touches Garrets belt and bestows the ability for Garret to Fly 60 feet at good speed 2x per day for 19 minutes each time and air mastery while Garret is flying. I know fluctuations in Jericho space caused weave elements to change, these enchantments to your belt give you some of the benefits you used to have when Tink wove you elements
Sesha presents a white rose to Gimp that had been preserved a symbol of Serenbeth.
Zane defers the questions asked to Gimp to others and then talks to their new free willed construct ally.
Bosk asks for Gimps thought on what enchantment he should ask for voicing what he had in mind. Gimp says, I could do what you requested or I could do for you what I did for Garret only with fire blindsight 2x per day for 100 minutes whenever you use it and fire walking 2x per day for 200 minutes.
Beri requests Gimp do something with his dimple if he cant bless it.
Restlin quickly gets lost in thought as his new headband expands his mind.
Gimp hrms and haws over the flower and Bosks dimple. Give me a sec, Ill figure something out.
To Beris question Gimp responds, The main thing to worry about is time/space wonkiness. Since the tower exists in multiple realms simultaneously you should keep your eyes out for portals to other worlds. Try not to fall into them. They also make it hard to track souls of those that die in the tower as most of em die in one of those other worlds and end up in strange places.
The repair ship chimes a greeting to the Starblazer, which doesnt reply. When Zane suggests the repairs it chimes its thanks and eagerness to go help. Int check DC 20 Zane only Highlight to display spoiler: {the ritual calls for intelligent, free willed constructs would the ship count?}
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character d20+1=14 ; Wednesday July 25th, 2018 9:26:36 AM
Something itches at the back of Zane's brain, but he;s more interested in making sure that the city is running as much as normal.... "Will you respond to Dock? We need some name to call you that way we know who we are talking about. A Dock is where sea going ships go to get get unloaded, but also to get repairs. And the Noble races go to Doctors of a sort or their Holy men to get healed, or fixed up, when hurt. Also this way you'll know when we are addressing you rather than someone else near by. Let me show you the way to the Hook City Bridge and you can check to see if it needs fixing." Zane yells down to the others, (if it agrees to Dock as a name)"I'm taking Dock to the bridge first then seeing about other repairs. Just ring me when we're ready to go, I stocked up on more fresh bread and meat on a stick, at least for everyone but Garret."
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Wednesday July 25th, 2018 10:40:26 AM
Sesha thanks Gimp, then waits patiently. She was curious what he would come up with.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Wednesday July 25th, 2018 11:01:57 AM
Garret thanks Gimp profusely. He replies, "I was certainly in need of something like this. I was going to use a carpet of flying, but this is more convenient."
When they return and Zane mentions meat on a stick, Garret tries out his rope belt flying and flies up to Zane saying, "Did you say 'Meat on a stick?'"
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday July 25th, 2018 6:51:07 PM
Tink nods and smiles to Zane "Dock is a great name"
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Wednesday July 25th, 2018 9:18:33 PM Thank you gimp. Portals aren't something that are normally on my radar. Do you know if the portals tend to be one way or bi-directional?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Wednesday July 25th, 2018 10:35:45 PM
Restlin looks around, wondering if it's impolite to go wander off and grab that bath he fantasized about. It's just a matter of time before Wyarr makes a break for it.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Thursday July 26th, 2018 12:15:06 AM
Bosk takes a moment to ponder Gimp's suggestion. I like that idea...as fire tempers Iron...lets do it. I can always upgrade the other stuff myself. After his gear is upgraded Bosk imagines the usefulness of such a gift. With this he could keep watch at night or even sleep in a bonfire.
ooc: Would you have a problem with Bosk incorporating Gargul's blessed skull into Bosk's shield or if he wore it around his neck until this mission is complete?
DM Mitch Thursday July 26th, 2018 7:24:03 AM Sesha thanks Gimp and then patiently waits to see what the Imp comes up with.
After much deliberation Gimp says, You said the rose used to be Serenbeths holy symbol well did you know the day of wishes used to be one of her holy days? Therefore your rose now grants wishes. (OOC: functions as slotless ring of wishes w/ 2 charges; will lose half its petals each time a wish is used)
Zane dubs their new construct friend Dock and sees about finding Dock some work to do. He also plans to find some meat on a stick
Garret thanks Gimp for the blessing remarking he was going to get a rug of flying but the blessing is better.
Tink replies that Dock is a great name.
Beri asks if the portals are one way or bi-directional.
Restlin debates taking a bath.
Bosk appreciates his gift.
For the most part one way Gimp says. Sometimes they get unstable and things slip in from the other side. Also the tower guardians can pull you out if you fall into one. That might be a good way to get the stuff you need for the ritual.
The newly christened dock is silent for a moment, seemingly considering. It then goes on a long, complicated series of chimes.
Linguistics or a music related craft/profession 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { it seems to be explaining that it already had a name, a series of chimes and beeps, but that itll happily accept the easier to pronounce name.}
If the check fails you have no idea what it says, but catch that it seems pleased. Probably.
The more Zane interact with Dock, the more that idea niggles at your mind. Int DC 18 (15 if you made the linguistics check) Highlight to display spoiler: {this ship is way more talkative then the Starblazer and seems to have its own feelings and opinions on things. Wait, would it work as one of those free will constructs for the ritual?}
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Thursday July 26th, 2018 7:57:04 AM "Well huh. Turns out, I think, that it already has a name. We probably should have guessed that. Anyway, I can't pronounce it and it seems happy to accept the new one. Dock it is"
--------------- Linguistics check: Autopass
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character d20+4=22 ; d20+1=15 ; Thursday July 26th, 2018 10:33:10 AM
Zane listens carefully and agrees with Katinka's assessment that Dock had another name, but likes his new one too. Then Zane has one of the rare moments, at least for him that is.... Over the rings, "Hey, Everyone. I do believe that Dock might just be FREE WILLED. Starblazer needs prompting to do anything, but Dock doesn't....."
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Thursday July 26th, 2018 10:43:59 AM
"Well.. that may be one piece of the puzzle then.." Wyaar comments
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Ugh. Crazy week
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Thursday July 26th, 2018 11:06:35 AM
Garret looks around. He does not see any meat on a stick. He heads back to the town square outside the tower to seek out his favorite meat on a stick vendor. He waves to everyone he sees when he arrives and prepares to tell stories of the Iron Dragons encounters with the Sargrass and dragons.
As he arrives, he heads over quickly to a fountain and splashes some water on his face. ;)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Thursday July 26th, 2018 12:01:59 PM "That's some good thinking there, Zane. Of course, we just told him...it?" He turns towards Dock. "Are you a him? Her? It?" He listens to the sounds it makes, trying to see which one makes him/her/it happiest, then continues...
"We just told (pronoun) that it could help repair Hook City...and why would a being of false life worship Gargul in the first place? He's the last god they would worship." He rubs his face. "Guess that's kind of the point, aye Restlin?" He wonders if Sesha figured that out first. She probably did. Hmph.
He stands up and gives Gimp a respectful nod. "Thanks for all you've done, Gimp. Right now, though, I need to clean up and think. This is the kind of problem that requires a good soak to work through."
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Thursday July 26th, 2018 4:51:52 PM
Sesha accepts the flower, and kneels before Gimp.
"Thank you Master Gimp, it's perfect."
She replaces the symbol in her hair, then stands.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 d20+11=26 ; Thursday July 26th, 2018 9:46:45 PM
The druid turns to Gimp and thanks him for the insight into the traps that may lay ahead. Thank you Gimp, we will everything we can to avoid falling into the portals and needing to be rescued.
Beri looks up at the bridge, and remembers Bosk's use of the Star Mages device to stabilize is. Well, there is a lot to do, but I think the first stop should be the Star Mages guild, see if they can provide us with another backpack or two. Hopefully it won't take too long, but if there are portals out there that can suck us into other worlds, I would feel better knowing we had a way to get anyone out that falls in.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Friday July 27th, 2018 2:48:21 AM
Busy thanks Gimp and examines his gear, learning how to activate the new features.
ooc: My test of tomorrow. Hopefully I will have more time after that.
DM Mitch Friday July 27th, 2018 8:13:55 AM Tink remarks that their new friend already had a name but it is hard to pronounce and it is happy with the nick name of Dock so Dock it is.
Zane agrees with Tink and then comes to the realization that Dock might be one of those free willed constructs Gimp and Gargul had been talking about considering it is more autonomous and talkative than Starblazer.
Wyaar comments they may have solved one piece of the puzzle.
Garret looks for his favorite meat on a stick vendor taking some time to splash water on his face as he arrives.
Restlin reflects upon what preferred pronouns a Construct repair ship might have points out the conundrum of having a construct worship Gargul and then thinks he needs to bathe and think.
Sesha kneels before Gimp, thanks him for the blessing and then puts the now enchanted flower back in her hair.
Beri thanks Gimp for the insight and then turns his thoughts to bridge and how they effected temporary repairs using the Star Mages tech. He wonders if they have any additional to spare considering they are facing more portals.
Bosk thanks Gimp for the gift.
Gimp stares off into space and then says, The bossman has approved a special blessing for Beris divet. Just so Beri does not forget Gargul is the Lord of Life and Death, Gargul will bestow upon your divet a blessing that could save Beris life. The blessing is called touch of invulnerability. Anytime Beri is attacked (OOC: with something that requires an attack roll) Beris attacker has a 5% chance of having the results of the attack negated if the attack hits the divet. OOC: attackers will either roll one additional d20 or d100 and if they roll a 1 on a d20 or 1 through 5 on a d100 then they hit the divet and the attack does nothing. Area of effect spells and mind effecting spells are not affected)
Lastly Gimp says to Wyaar, I almost forgot about you my good paladin. While I cant put reflection on your armor I could put the blessing on a shield that is first made to be +1 - ed; after that I can make it so that if you just keep the shield in with your gear you can get its magic shield bonus and the 1/day reflection. So my question is if you do want to do that do you happen to have a shield on you or am I taking that board sticking from the rubble over there and turning it into a slotless shield (OOC: if Wyaar doesnt have a shield then a +1 slotless reflecting buckler has been reskinned as some wooden boards Gimp pulled from some rubble post Crossover and blessed)
Dock gives a non-committal noise as to the question of what pronoun to use. Its starting to sort of bob in the air now, hovering towards town only to catch itself and move back to the tower and the conversation. It chimes out something, DC 15 linguistics Highlight to display spoiler: { its eager to go out and see the town, do some repairs.}
As Garret wanders into town he sees a lot of busy people going hither and yon, getting their lives back in order. Repairs seem to be going surprisingly well; while he can still see signs of major damage here or there, its mostly do to noticeably new repair jobs to heavily damaged areas. When he reaches the market square its a lot emptier than usual, but there are many merchants seeing to the repair of their carts. A few are taking advantage of all the busy people and selling food to passersby in too much of a hurry to stop and prepare something themselves.
Including meat on a stick.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Friday July 27th, 2018 11:25:55 AM
Garret looks around, quite please to have a meat on a stick in each hand (and a spare tucked into his rope belt for later). He talks to some of the merchants and tries to help out where he can. He may not know a lot about construction, but he's quite strong for a halfling, so he looks for where he can lend help by helping lift and hold big and heavy things -- shoving the meat on a stick in his mouth when he needs to use both hands...
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Friday July 27th, 2018 2:44:43 PM
"a blessed board to remember this battle by and provide such protection would be wonderful, Master Gimp". Wyaaar says.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character d20+7=18 ; Friday July 27th, 2018 3:31:11 PM
Zane, listens to Docks chimes and beeps. "OK, Dock, go do what you want, just know that here at the Tower is home. I've got a crew coming in to help defend the City on Starblazer and keep a look out too. When you are tired or whatever, just come on back. We Dragons, have things to do and might need to ask your help there too, but we won't know until we know. So for now, stay safe Sock."
DM Highlight to display spoiler: { How many "language slots" to learn "Dock" speech. I have 3 unused skill points to use and Linguistics language slots should work....}
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Friday July 27th, 2018 9:53:24 PM
Beri looks around as everyone starts to head their separate ways. Bosk, I'm going to head to the Star Mage's guild. You want to come with me, they may be interested in hearing what happened to the previous tool they gave us.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Saturday July 28th, 2018 7:42:54 AM "I'm going to head to the WLA and see if they have heard anything. I might also stop off at the Catacombs for some fresh supplies. Shall we all meet back at the Tower later?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Saturday July 28th, 2018 10:44:05 AM
Restlin bathes. It's very much needed. He has a lot on his plate for the next few days. He wants to scribe a couple scrolls, cast a few permanency spells, do some serious reading, visit the catacombs, and work on some jewelry.
He stops on his way to the bathroom to talk to Sesha. "Hey love, remember that ring I gave you a ways back? Could I get it back for a bit? I wanna try something..."
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Sunday July 29th, 2018 3:02:58 PM
Sesha slips the ring from her finger and hands it back to Restlin.
"What's your plan, Mage-Priest?"
She's curious, but politely so. She's already planning her trips to her coven, to check on Yzargo, and to spend time with her Simulcra. Minutes were hard to come by. She also had been needing to check in with Mhalice, to make sure that she was detained, she was still alive and well.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Sunday July 29th, 2018 11:24:54 PM
The Grim Avenger stretches his legs and has something crisp and fried to eat before heading out to the Catacombs to restock and to the WLA to complete his training.
Bosk, I'm going to head to the Star Mage's guild. You want to come with me, they may be interested in hearing what happened to the previous tool they gave us. The horned cleric lets out an audible groan as he remembers that he still needs to talk to Agatha about her bag. Do you think they will be glad that their device was used to save the marble causeway and possibly preventing it from damming the river and flooding the city, or am I in for a long lecture on equipment misuse?
DM Mitch Monday July 30th, 2018 7:41:32 AM Garret is happy to have meat on a stick in both hands and socializes with the merchants and tries to help where he can.
Wyaar accepts Gimps blessed board
Zane tells Dock to do what it wants but it has a home at the tower and he will have a crew for starblazer at some point.
Beri informs Bosk he plans to head to the Star Mages Guild
Tink says shes going to hit up the catacombs and the WLA
Sesha slips the ring off her finger gives it back to Restlin and asks the Mage priest what his plans were. She was planning to check with her covern and Simulcra and also Mhalice.
Bosk goes out to the WLA and the Catacombs and wonders if hes going to end up facing a lecture from the Star Mages.
Dock points out that unless someone comes with it to translate it probably wont be able to get anyone to understand its there to help (yes you can spend a skill point to learn its language).
While Bosk is out and about discussing maybe visiting the Star Mages guild with Beri he notices several Star Mages helping out with the repairs.
A guard notices Garret helping out in the merchants square and approaches him. Youre one of the Dragons right? Are you all back? Auslander will want to hear of your return and talk to you.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Monday July 30th, 2018 9:50:51 AM
Garret spots the guard and decides to have a little fun. He says through a mouth full of meat on a stick, "Do I look like a dragon? I'm just a little halfling. So I know it might not look like ALL of me is back, but this is all there is to me. Are you calling me fat?"
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Monday July 30th, 2018 9:57:06 AM
Zane will go with Dock, to act as translator as best he can and to catalog the destruction that was done. As stated, starting at the Bridge,then the docks, then residential areas. The cities bureaucracy can take care of itself.
DM, did you look at spoiler on last post?
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Monday July 30th, 2018 11:16:06 AM
Wyaar has plans much like Bosk. Food, restock, training, And then visit with the government officials
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Monday July 30th, 2018 1:31:16 PM "You'll see..." is Restlin's only reply to Sesha.
The Mendicant has a lot he wants to get done over the next few days, but figures if he starts right now, Auslander is guaranteed to come walking through the door with stuff for him to do.
So for now, he just bathes, gets himself dressed, then gets ready to do the diplomacy thing.
(Pretty sure Tink sent some random passer-by to let Auslander know we were back.)
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Monday July 30th, 2018 9:03:20 PM
Beri walks up to the Star Mages. He's not sure how much Agatha and Sprocket have shared with the rest of the order, and decides it's best to seek them out directly. Hello Mages, I see you are already assisting with repairs to the city. By any chance do you know where Agatha and Sprocket are? They assisted us earlier and we need to find them again.
When pointed in the right direction, Beri will meet up with Agatha and Sprocket, and will request another multi-plane tethering/communication or two to take on their next journey.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Tuesday July 31st, 2018 2:00:49 AM
Bosk follows Beri, waiting to see if he will be congratulate or reprimanded...
DM Mitch Tuesday July 31st, 2018 7:19:03 AM Garret insinuates the guards were calling him fat with their Dragon remark.
Zane rides along with Dock to act as translator for the vessel. (OOC: Only 1 rank of linguistics is needed to learn Docks language, though you dont have the vocal capacity to make the sounds; you could at least understand what Dock is saying)
Wyaar plans to get some food, restock his equipment and visit government officials (OOC: who did you have in mind?)
Restlin tells Sesha, Youll see in answer to her question and then takes a bath and gets ready to receive visitors.
Beri approaches some of the Star Mages asking if they know where Agatha and Sprocket are.
Bosk follows Beri.
The guard talking to Garret considers, looking the Halfling over. Yes. Ill go make sure Auslander knows youre here. He then beats a very hasty retreat.
Dock and Zane head towards what looks like the most damaged area from the air. It just so happens that Agatha is there. Shes in the middle of assisting with the repairs of a building that had fallen onto its neighbors but immediately drops everything to look over Dock, asking what it is, how does it work, ooh what kind of crystal is that anyway.
Dock chimes unconformably at the attention. Beri and Bosk walk up shortly after, while shes still Oohing and Aahing.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Tuesday July 31st, 2018 10:22:37 AM
With her CC shopping done Tink returns back to the Tower to see how everyone else has fared. If it's quiet she will find a comfortable chair and simply sit there with her eyes closed and enjoy the peace.
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Tuesday July 31st, 2018 11:31:28 AM
Sesha sits quietly in her artificial caves, combing her simulacrums long white hair. She always reflected on this strange relationship. Sister was her copy, merely a construct, but acted so much like her that Sesha felt downright terrible if she ignored her.
Sister, for her part, had realized this, and so sought out Sesha from time to time to allow Sesha to dote over her, knowing that this pleased her creator. Thus a strange cycle was in place, Sesha often felt the need to show affection to Sister, and Sister felt the need to allow Sesha to show it.
Finally, when they both are satisfied, Sesha whisks them both away to Sanctuary, to meet with her coven.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Tuesday July 31st, 2018 2:31:31 PM
Restlin pops over to the Catacombs before Auslander arrives...
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Wife fell last night, so posting time is short. Sorry.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Tuesday July 31st, 2018 2:36:55 PM
Garret smiles as the guard leaves and finds a seat on a stone wall when he sees that most are able to work on their own rebuilding. He happily eats his meat on a stick and watches people come and go, waving to pretty much everyone.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Tuesday July 31st, 2018 2:37:37 PM
As Zane and Dock head to the damaged area, "I'm guessing that you can understand what I'm saying from earlier, and I think I've heard enough of your beeps, squeals and chirps, that I can at least get the gist of what you are saying, so, that sound good to you?" Flying over the damaged area, Zane points out the building, "That looks like a good place to help, what you think Dock?" Very shortly after pointing it out and approaching the building, Zane sees the trouble rushing their way.... As Agatha rushes her way aboard, Zane meets her at the gunwale and tries to control her excitement. "Woah, Slow down Agatha. Don't go yanking or touching anything. Dock might get angry and decide that you need a timeout box. And to answer another question, Dock is People and he joined us after our last troubles, and he's here to help fix up the city, so lets let him do his job. You can watch but don't touch, touching will get you a quick ticket back to the ground and no further invitation to board again...." Zane informs those looking for Agatha that she's on board of Dock and where they are in the city. He also makes a note to tell Dock about the Mage's Guild and Agatha in particular after the others arrive and distract her off of Dock. With one hand on Agatha's shoulder to keep her in one spot, Zane will each some of the meat on a stick he grabbed earlier....
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Tuesday July 31st, 2018 4:51:39 PM
Wyaar meants Auslander but realizes that only garret was being talked so.. so if he happens to be about when the magistrate shows up it will be a happy coincidence!
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Wednesday August 1st, 2018 12:19:46 AM Hmm, I don't see Agatha and Sprocket here... oh, hey guys! What's going on? No luck tracking down our friends an the star mages yet...
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Wednesday August 1st, 2018 12:48:13 AM
Bosk taps Beri on the shoulder. Can you not see Agatha directly infront of us looking at Dock?
Agatha, I am truly sorry about how I had to use your backpack in order to save the Marble Causeway.. and having to leave before talking to you about it. I have prayed that it was not damaged, they it held up to the strain I put it under and saved the bridge, and that you were able to use the unfortunate circumstances to gain more members. Surely many are impressed by when you made.
Can you tell us if there have been any more portals since we last met?
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday August 1st, 2018 2:59:09 AM "I wonder where everyone is?" Tink doesn't give too much thought to it. The peace and quiet at the Tower is very relaxing.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Hi DMs! Can we update our sheets with CC purchases?}
DM Mitch Wednesday August 1st, 2018 7:36:18 AM Tink returns from catacombs shopping and takes the time to lounge in a chair.
Sesha spends some quality time with Sister before whisking both off to her coven.
Restlin takes a trip to the catacombs.
Garret takes a seat on a stone wall eating his meat on a stick and waving at passerbys
Zane talks to Dock, then gives Agatha a stern warning about not touching things before keeping an eye on her and eating some meat on a stick as they travel.
Wyaar enjoys the happy coincidence of being near Garret when the magistrate shows up.
Beri wonders where Agatha is seemingly not recognizing them for a moment.
Bosk points out that shes right in front of them. He apologizes for the use of the backpack and hope it isnt broken.
Agatha is reaching out to touch something when Zane delivers her warning. She quickly puts her hands behind her back and bounces on her toes slightly as she resists the urge. Bosks comments barely penetrate her mind and she says something along the lines of No problem, glad it worked.
Sprocket walks up and glances at dock before turning to Bosk. Seems like it worked wonders. No worries that kind of thing is what its for. No ones going to complain at it being used to save the bridge. It did get jammed up some holding that weight for so long but were already looking on making new and improved versions as emergency equipment.
Dock floats over to the repair crew and activates its crane. There are several heavy beams and it snatches one, to the surprise of the workers, and chimes a question about where to put it/hold it while they secure it in place. The workers look around in confusion. Agatha looks on in delight.
Back at the tower there's a knock on the door. Auslander has arrived looking for the group.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Wednesday August 1st, 2018 12:23:47 PM
Zane will work as interpreter for the workers at the site. As the beam is being held in place, Zane then explains to the workers below by speaking very loudly so everyone in the area can hear....
"This is Dock, he's here to help with the rebuilding. you'll need someone to just let him know where you want stuff. Like that beam we just moved. You probably won't know exactly what he's asking, but if you politely tell him what you want, he'll do it if he can. I'll be around when I can, but we Iron Dragons have a lot more responsibilities now than we did when we were just the Iron Adventurers. And I'm not sure if you've been informed, but those meteors didn't just land here in Hook City, but hit various places, even on the other side of the Wold. So there is enough reconstruction for everyone to deal with." Zane explains to the construction crew and to Agatha and Sprocket since they are near by. He also expects that local citizens will also hear him, and hopefully it will spread letting the City know that it was not targeted by itself.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Wednesday August 1st, 2018 1:55:39 PM
Garret sits on the wall he has found and spots Auslander heading for the tower door. He is about to say something, but then realizes that Auslander did not see Garret sitting on the wall. Garret watches him knock on the door and idly wonders if anyone is actually at home, or if Auslander is going to find no one home at all.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Wednesday August 1st, 2018 2:12:55 PM
Inspector Auslander is that rarest of creatures: the effective and conscientious bureaucrat. Restlin has a high opinion of the man.
Restlin opens the door, glad to see the man. "Auslander, we have had one heck of a time, but I think it's safe to say the bloodweed issue has been addressed for the near and immediate future...hopefully much longer than that as well."
He stands aside and allows Auslander entrance into the tower. "Can I get you anything? Tea? Coffee? Something a little harder, maybe? I won't tell..."
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Wednesday August 1st, 2018 3:27:07 PM
"Ah.. Magistrate Auslander, come on it," Wyaar says as he so coicidentally arrives at the same time as the magitstrate. "As Restlin said, we have been busy. Much has been accomplished but we still have much to do. Sit, stay awhile and listen.."
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Wednesday August 1st, 2018 6:32:27 PM
Two Sesha's appear back at the tower, via her consortium ring. Sesha sees Auslander and realizes that its already time to move forward.
"Thanks for your company, Sister. It looks like there's work to do."
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Wednesday August 1st, 2018 9:06:26 PM
Beri takes a seat in his leather chair, a hot cup of coffee in his hand. Ah, We've been expecting you Auslander. I am glad to see you made it through the chaos in one piece. It looks like you have some news for us. We have some news for you, both good news and bad news. The good news is we managed to save the Wold... the bad news is that it's already in danger again. Also, Gargul killed me... but he brought me back, mostly in one piece. The druid points to the newly crated dimple in his forehead as he says this last part.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Wednesday August 1st, 2018 11:00:54 PM
Bosk thanks the Star Mages for being so understanding about the backpack. I am sure you learned a lot from the unusual experiences that took place. I hope you are able to prevent anything similar from happening again by controlling the dangerous knowledge while spreading that which may help resist another such invasion.
Bosk then joins the others inside to talk with the inspector.
DM Mitch Thursday August 2nd, 2018 7:18:52 AM Zane introduces Dock to the construction crews and then explains how Dock can help. He also points out he canft play interpreter all the time.
Garret watches Auslander from his wall perch. He wonders if anyone will be home to respond to Auslanderfs knock.
Restlin opens the door and then offers Auslander a greeting and refreshment.
Wyaar also greets Ausander
Sesha appears back in the tower with sister.
Beri also welcomes Auslander and catches him up on recent events.
Bosk briefly talks to the Star mages about the backpack before heading inside to meet with Auslander.
With Zanes help soon the workers and Dock are working well together and theyfre very grateful for the help, strange as it is. Agatha starts asking Zane for as much information about Dock as she can get once he's done explaining, all the while watching the ship curiously.
In the wake of all those words Sprocket looks surprised as he didnft think he had it in him. He averts his gaze and then hurries to stand behind Agatha. He pulls on her robe and she bends down as the gnome whispers in her ear.
Auslander comes in an accepts some tea. After a few polite inquiries as to everyonefs health he asks the question thatfs really on his mind. hWhat happened? The grass just withered away after a while. I heard you did something with the meteor but then you were gone again and no one knew where. You say the Wolds in danger again? Are you leaving soon?h
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Thursday August 2nd, 2018 7:43:59 AM
Garret sighs and follow Auslander inside. Whatever they're going to talk about, Garret knows that he should know. He makes a stop in the kitchen...
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Thursday August 2nd, 2018 8:12:51 AM "Auslander! It is good to see you again" Tink rushes up to shake the Inspector's hand. The fellow has become quite the friend of the party.
"How fare the repairs? Is the city recovering? What of the people? Is everyone ok?" she unintentionally bombards him with questions "What of Mara?"
The party had asked the Inspector to keep an eye on Mara Weaver for them, and to make sure she stayed well.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Thursday August 2nd, 2018 9:17:55 AM "No immediate danger, no. The Sargrass Plains have returned to the Southern Continent. The Sarr, the capital-P Power that runs that place, had been corrupted with the bloodweed. We, and many other heroes beat it back into submission." He pounds his fist into his hand for effect.
"I have plans to stay here in town for at least two weeks. Wardd willing we can get some well needed rest and time for personal projects. There are pressing needs we need to address, but we need time to prepare.
"Anyway, that's where we are. The Powers That Be here in Hook City may want to start diplomatic missions to The Sargrass again...soon as you manage to find the place. Surely the diviners at the Star Mage's guild can take care of that. They may as well be good for something." He winces as the words come out of his mouth. This blasted hat Gimp gave him has made him very aware of how foolish some of his opinions are. "That wasn't fair. Agatha and Sprocket were instrumental in making sure we had a city to come home to.
"Enough about us, though. What's been going on here? How are you doing? You slept recently? If you need a place to hide and relax, our home is yours. No one is scrying you in here, right Tink?"
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Thursday August 2nd, 2018 2:40:02 PM
Zane will give here a guided tour, asking Dock what parts are if they are unfamiliar to him, and then giving a translation to Agatha and Sprocket. Adding in, points like "see how that's connected to that, that might work for you" and such. Over the rings, "If you're looking for Agatha and Sprocket just look up, where else would they be but exploring Dock." He keeps up the tour and hopes that they will soon get tired of looking over Dock. To Dock in one of the lulls, "Are you happy with the person the work crew has assigned to let you know where things need to go?" Zane wants to make sure before he gets called away for some meeting.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Thursday August 2nd, 2018 7:20:27 PM
Wyaar listens to the others explaining what happened and nods along.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Thursday August 2nd, 2018 9:32:14 PM
Beri nods as Restlin goes over what happened. One thing you can always trust the powers of the Wold to do is to not make things easy. We need to get through defenses Gargul designed to keep even himself out. I will say that it's encouraging that a god would have so much confidence in us, but we have our work cut out for us.
By the way, when there was that matter with the chit machine we were looking into, we were given access to The Library in Magic City and to the library beneath the treasury. Is the access to these libraries still available to us?
DM Mitch Friday August 3rd, 2018 7:13:27 AM Garret sighs and follows Auslander deciding to stop in the kitchen along the way.
Tink greets Auslander and then peppers him with questions about Mara and the repairs.
Restlin gives a recap on the Dragons plans to Auslander following up with some questions of his own.
Zane explains to Agatha and Sprocket some things about Dock and in the lulls asks the intelligent construct if it is happy with its coworkers.
Wyaar listens to the others and nods along.
Beri elaborates on what Restlin said and then asks if the Dragons still have access to the magical library they used when researching the chit machine.
Dock chimes that itll be fine, Its not like anyone can force it to do anything it doesnt want to do. It does request Zane get Agatha off its deck before he goes though. Agatha is reluctent to go. Its not like I would take it apart! she considers a moment. Well, not while its flying.
Dock is not reassured.
Auslander says, That sounds like a tall order but youve a been able to handle pretty much anything that came up so far. I believe your passes from the chit machine are still good I dont suppose any of you happen to have one handy? If so I can examine it and if it isnt in good order dispatch someone to get a notary public over here and update them.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Friday August 3rd, 2018 9:32:01 AM
Tink stands anxiously by, waiting to hear what Auslander has to say to her questioning.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Friday August 3rd, 2018 11:59:53 AM "I have a library card. Paid good money for it." He pulls the card out of one of his many pockets and hands it to Auslander. "I'm not sure if this allows me to bring guests."
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Restlin paid 1k gold to get a lifetime membership card to access Hook City's library several months back...maybe even a year.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Friday August 3rd, 2018 3:41:06 PM
Garret checks his pockets for a chit. He finds some old bread. He sniffs it, shrugs, and eats it.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Friday August 3rd, 2018 9:04:54 PM
Beri reaches into his pack and digs through the pile of hand written notes from his time at the library. He hands Auslander any documentation in the pile that may have been provided to him for library access. Is this what you were looking for? I hope it's still valid
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Friday August 3rd, 2018 11:08:03 PM
Bosk also hands over any old documentation he might have, having always been a pack rat.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Saturday August 4th, 2018 9:05:05 AM
Tink does have a hint of a grin on hearing a notary may be on the way. Yay for legalities!
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Sunday August 5th, 2018 10:48:58 AM
Bosk cringes a little as he thinks sarcastically Yay, more legalities and soul crushing beaurocratic red tape.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Sunday August 5th, 2018 5:17:21 PM
Zane cocks his head slightly to the side for a moment, "Bringing Agatha and Sprocket to the Tower, it's not safe to leave them near Dock." He says over the rings.
To Agatha nd Sprocket, "The Iron Dragons are hosting a meeting and would like you to attend, I'll carry you both to our tower." He then whispers to Dock, "You can keep whomever you want off of your decks. Loud enough to be heard by the others, Dock, when you need to recharge or whatever, you have mooring space next to Starblazer, so just come back to the tower." Zane then scoops Agatha and Sprocket up, one under each arm and flies back to the Iron Tower.
DM Mitch Monday August 6th, 2018 7:52:26 AM Tink waits to hear what Auslander has to say about the questioning.
Restlin produces a library card and asks if it allows him to bring guests
Garret checks his pockets, finds some old bread, sniffs it and then eats it.
Beri digs through his pack to find the document Auslander was asking about.
Bosk too hands over an old document
Tink has a grin on her face hearing about the notary being on the way.
Bosk cringes at the thought of more red tape.
Zane scoops up Agatha and Sprocket and flies them over to the meeting.
Auslander says, Restlin, your library card is in good standing and it will allow you to bring precisely one guest with you.
To the others he says, Unfortunately it seems the rest of the documents have expired so Im going to have to send a runner for Robert the Notary. Im glad most of you still seem to have your documents but that piece of bread that picked up some of the ink from Garrets papers is unacceptable.
A runner is sent for and a nervous looking man with eye lenses is brought forth. You ask -- ask-- asked for me boss? the man stammers.
Robert, please create a new one year temporary library pass for Garret Goodbarrel and update the library documents for the other dragons except Restlin to expire precisely one year from todays date.
Agatha seems disappointed in not being able to stay and watch Dock some more but she comes along.
As to Tink's questions Auslander says, "Mara is fine. The repairs are proceeding on schedule well technically ahead of schedule as we've contracted the Star Mages to help. The city is recovering and the people are as well as can be expected."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Monday August 6th, 2018 11:01:56 AM
Garret looks at the ink on his bread in surprise. He says, "That's ink? I thought that was meat juice."
He thinks a moment and says, "Does the library have any snacks?"
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Monday August 6th, 2018 11:45:35 AM
Sesha prestidigitates the ink on Garrets bread, giving it the taste of meat juice. She couldn't say for sure if it was entirely safe to eat, but if anyones stomach could handle it...
"There Garret. Bread saved."
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Monday August 6th, 2018 1:33:03 PM
Zane lands outside the front door, placing both Agatha and Sprocket on the ground, (over the rings)"Bringing in guests". As he opens the door, "Right this way Agatha and Sprocket, Oh, did you know we used magic to expand our Tower to it's current size? There's also a few levels below ground as well." Trying to distract Agatha from her unhealthy interest in disassembling Dock. Seeing Auslander, "Hello Inspector" Zane says as he ushers the other two into the room.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Monday August 6th, 2018 2:30:30 PM
"I believe I will need a new pass as well. I was not with the Iron Dragons when they last received theirs." Wyaar adds in.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Monday August 6th, 2018 9:58:49 PM Thank you so much Auslander, and you too Robert! If the details we are looking for are recorded anywhere it will be in one of the books down there The druid starts reviewing what Gargul had told them and will look for details on the locations, gods, and spell components they will need, so he can search more efficiently when he gets to the library
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Monday August 6th, 2018 11:15:30 PM "So, off to the library, then? Someone want to remind me why?"
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Tuesday August 7th, 2018 12:48:05 AM
Bosk feels a little or if his element, but follows the group to the library.
DM Mitch Tuesday August 7th, 2018 7:16:51 AM Garret inked his bread and is surprised. He inquires about food at the library.
Sesha saves Garrets bread.
Zane brings Agatha in and tries to distract her from Dock.
Wyarr mentions he doesnt have a library pass.
Beri thanks Auslander and starts thinking back to what Gargul told them.
Restlin asks for a reminder as to why theyre going to the library.
Bosk follows along, feeling a little out of his element.
In response to Garrets question about snacks, Auslander says, Well heavens no. Some of those manuscripts are ancient. Great care has to be taken to preserve them even with magicks so as such no food or drink is allowed in the library proper.
Agatha and Sprocket follow behind Zane. Agatha says, I believe I was present at the ceremony that installed your tower, granted I wasnt a participant but I could still see everything that was going on. As for your crystalline construct friend Ive honestly never seen anything like him and would really like to understand how he works for research purposes.
Auslander says to Wyaar, I totally forgot about that sir Wyaar. Youve just seemed to naturally fit in that I take for granted you recently came back to it.
To Robert he says, Please add another new 1 year library pass for Wyaar Mudlynn to your todo list.
Robert continues to nervously stammer, Of c-c-c-c course sir.
Sense Motive: (DC 21 Highlight to display spoiler: {Robert seems young for a notary public and isnt used to being in the presence of such illustrious figures as the Iron Dragons)}
You entertain Agatha, Sprocket and Auslander while Robert the notary scribes away at his documents. He has to stop every now and then to sharpen his quills and he fumbles in his pocket for a specific stamp but eventually he seems satisfied with his handy work. He hands the stack of documents back to Auslander for his inspection.
Auslander just nods at the stack of papers and then hands them out to the Dragons they go to. To Garret Auslander says, Do take better care of this one Master Goodbarrel and dont tell the librarians about the poor state of your previous credentials or else they might not let you in to the library at all.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Tuesday August 7th, 2018 9:27:06 AM
Tink recalls the times that she has felt nervous around others. She tries to come up with some way to help Robert feel at ease.
"Relax, Robert. You're doing a fine job" she says as calmly as she can. "We haven't had the pleasure of meeting many legal folk here - much to my disappointment. The Inspector wouldn't have called you here if you weren't suited to the task."
Tink would like to become a legal mentor for Robert, but now is not the time to cover such things.
Sense Motive vs DC21: Autopass
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Tuesday August 7th, 2018 9:33:33 AM "Library Pass? What's that..... Something you visited while I was at sea for a couple years? Not that I likely need one anyways, unless you want something about boats or the sea researched.... And I'd go to the experts that experience them rather than write about them...." It's obvious that Zane is clueless about a Library and a Pass to needed to enter....
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Tuesday August 7th, 2018 10:44:14 AM
Garret munches down the bread and tells Sesha, "Tastes like meat juice, thank you!"
When Auslander gets ready to hand him the paper, Garret licks his fingers to try and get the meat juice off them before grabbing the paper. He looks at it, then carefully folds it gingerly...then crams it into his pocket that had previously held the bread. He nods and says, "Right, no food or drink in the library." But then he mumbles, "I'm sure that doesn't mean no snacks, though..."
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Tuesday August 7th, 2018 12:21:49 PM
Sesha hooks her arm in Restlins.
"We are going because Beri wants to. I think he thinks there might be something useful for us there."
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Tuesday August 7th, 2018 3:45:11 PM
"I hear wizardly folks are fond of books." Wyaar comments to Restlin, "though I can see the ink stains and dust being a problem for you.. We'll get you gloves and a scarf to wear."
Wyaar thanks Auslander and the scribe for the pass before tucking it away in his pants.
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OOC: I may have missed it before but was it stated how many days worth of downtime we were getting?
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Tuesday August 7th, 2018 9:08:32 PM Ah, well there are a couple things I am wanting to check for in the library. The first is general research as our instructions were intentionally vague and alternative possibilities were hinted at. I honestly have no clue what those might be, but I'd be a fool not to look into every tip a god provided me.
With that the druid absent mindedly runs his finger over the dimple on his forehead, remembering what happened last time hi didn't fully embrace what Gargul had told him.
The other thing I would like to look into are the preferred attack methods of both the one we are looking for, and the one who we are expecting to subdue him. The fight sounds like it's going to be a little too evenly matched for comfort, and I'd like to tip the scales in the Wold's favor. Also, I learned the hard way how quick a god can kill you, I'd like to know what we're up against so I can avoid a repeat of this afternoon.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 17/26 Tuesday August 7th, 2018 11:18:07 PM "Ok, then. Let's head off to the library soon as Robert here gets you guys passes." He pats Sesha's hand. "Let's go take a walk while these guys get things sorted out. You can be my plus one on my card."
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Wednesday August 8th, 2018 1:05:14 AM
Bosk continued following the group, and offers to help in whatever way he can. He knows at least half the group are more skilled than he is at gathering information and using libraries, but they doesn't stop him from trying.
DM Mitch Wednesday August 8th, 2018 7:17:39 AM Tink reassures the scribe.
Zane rambles a little, clearly not knowing what everyones talking about.
Garret very carefully messes up his pass by accident. Then hopes that even with no food there would be snacks.
Sesha answers Restlins question.
Wyarr comments that Restlin would need something to not mess up his nice clothes in the dirty books.
Beri explains what he wants to research.
Restlin is ready to go and offers Sesha to be his +1
Bosk follows along, not sure what he can do to help but willing to try his best.
Robert the notary says to Katinka, Im s-s-s sorry Maam. You are kind of a living legend being a high ranking Justicar and Iron Dragon member. I just dont feel my work is necessarily up to the task of serving Dragons.
Auslander says, Pish, man. You graduated top of your class and I havent had you create documents or certify anything that wasnt top notch. I asked for you personally because I like your work and I know if I ask you to do something it will get done.
Auslander then says in response to Zanes remark, My memory isnt great today. Robert please create one more library pass that is good for a year in the name of Zane Stormfront. To Zane Auslander says, Forgive me my good fellow. Even if the library cant help you with your undertaking perhaps it will provide you with other information related to your heritage once things settle down?
Upon seeing Garret stuff the pass into one of his pockets and hearing him mumbling under his breath about snacks Auslander says to Restlin, Might I have a word with you?
Restlin or Perception DC 40 Highlight to display spoiler: {Auslander advises you keep an eye on Garret while at the Library so he does not do something to upset the librarians as celebrities or no they have been known to ban people for not handling the documents in the library properly}
After handing the final pass to Zane, Auslander asks if there is anything else the Dragons need before heading on his way. (OOC: Please feel free to add anything in next post and Ill deal with it)
With that a trip to the library is in order. You arrive at the sprawling library complex, surprisingly it would appear whatever magics are in effect kept the grounds of the library mostly intact despite having the recent events involving the Sargrass.
You open the large oaken doors to find a vestibule with an elderly matronly seeming woman behind the counter wearing lenses. She looks up behind the counter and says, I hope you all have valid library passes because we are not open to the public. If you do have your passes, then what can I help you find today?
(OOC: In game down time is up to the players to decide how long you want to wait before venturing forth)
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects d20+10=25 ; Wednesday August 8th, 2018 7:37:07 AM
Tink overhears Auslander's comment to Restlin and it gives her reason to smile.
With her CC shopping complete, some crafting done, a little training, Tink finally feels ready to hit the adventuring trail again. What better place to start than a library!
"Yes, uh, could you please direct us towards any documents that may mention granting sentience to a machine?" she speaks in a very hushed voice "Tomes, manuscripts, any sort of document would be quite helpful" Tink holds her library pass out for inspection.
Profession Librarian: 25 - in case Tink needs to "talk the talk"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 6/26 d20+24=42 ; d20+25=35 ; d6=3 ; d20+39=54 ; Wednesday August 8th, 2018 10:04:54 AM
(Of course Tink has Profession, Librarian...)
Restlin gives Auslander a nod, though he's not sure how to keep Garret out of trouble AND get work done. A tall order to be sure.
That said, Restlin's a smart guy.
On their way to the library, he stops at a confectioner's and buys the biggest, sturdiest jaw-breaker they have. He wants the thing the size of his fist. He'll use polymorph any object to make a small one bigger if need be.
When Garret arrives at the Library, Restlin hands over the gloves of his special suit that always remain clean no matter what and suggests Garret try them on.
He then casts Sympathy on the jaw-breaker, making it irresistible to members of the Goodbarrel family.
Garret must make a DC 42 will save or be fascinated by the jaw breaker and unable to leave it alone. SR check is 35. If he succeeds on the will save, he must check again in 30 minutes.
Restlin will keep Garret occupied until he fails a save and becomes enraptured by the jawbreaker. Once he's safely eating the massive thing, he'll join Tink in her research. He will stay near the halfling, pondering things aloud where he can hear. Dude may be a handful, but he has moments of brilliance.
Knowledge, Arcana: 51 - Restlin should have a good idea where to start looking, at the very least.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] d20+28=45 ; d20+28=35 ; Wednesday August 8th, 2018 10:56:56 AM
Garret smiles when Restlin hands him the gloves. He tries them on and says, "I guess they're neat. Is this something I need to have in the library?" When Restlin hands over the jawbreaker, Garret takes a look at it (will save: 45!). He licks it all around and continues to handle it. He says, "Tastes nice." He starts to look around the library, but eventually starts spending more and more time on the jawbreaker (second will save, 35). "MMmmMMmm...."
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character d20+21=35 ; Wednesday August 8th, 2018 12:08:38 PM
Zane makes some comments over the rings as he goes with the rest to the Library. "I'm only worried about Dock, when Agatha is near him, I told Dock he could remove anyone from his decks that he didn't like, just not to hurt them as he does so. Agatha wants to "explore" our new friend, and I'm seriously worried about her exploration style." At the Library he shows his new Card and after hearing what's needed, he starts looking for the information on Constructs....
Search Perception = 35
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil d20+31=48 ; Wednesday August 8th, 2018 2:43:03 PM
Wyaar accompanies the group to the library as well and nods towards Zane at his thoughts, "I can see her style of study being rather.. invasive. We will keep an eye on her. Maybe ensure she always has an escort when aboard."
And he'll help as best he can too in searching around for something that might be pointed out as helpful.
Perception: 48 if given some book or scroll titles to look for
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Wednesday August 8th, 2018 9:07:26 PM
Beri hands the librarian his updated card. He then withdraws a list of the topics he wanted to try to look for
It seems that our enemies have started to do their homework on us and made preparations. We need to do the same if we want the Wold to survive. Could you tell me what shelves I might find books detailing Kevintar and Marteus? Specifically about their their strengths and weaknesses, past combat, their final days, and Bone Tower.
There is also a cult that moved into that area that are I'm curious about. I believe the cult has been around for some time, and while they only recently have been of note records of their preferred magics and weapons would be nice to find.
Oh, and any documents you may have telling tales of a free-willed undead construct would be extremely helpful.
ooc: I will be completing my shopping upon completion of my library research.
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Thursday August 9th, 2018 12:08:07 AM
Sesha watches Beri with a bit of a smile. It wasn't like him to take charge of research like this. Usually he let Restlin or Bosk find out what was needed. Perhaps being Gargul'd was enough to motivate anyone.
She quickly and suddenly has a gut impulse to look for Garret. If he snuck in food, but not a napkin, books were in danger.
DM Mitch Thursday August 9th, 2018 7:55:55 AM Tink asks about sentient machines
Restling gets and enchants an enormous jawbreaker to keep Garret busy.
Garret starts to enjoy the jawbreaker, though hes able to resist the enchantment at first.
Zane explains hes only worried about Dock around Agatha; it can take care of itself otherwise.
Wyarr agrees with Zanes point and suggests they always have someone escorting her when she interacts with Dock.
Ber asks about books on the gods, bone tower, cults, and free-willed constructs.
Sesha wonders if Beris recent experience with Gargul is what is driving him to research so hard.
The librarian looks at Tink and says, Sentience to a machine? You mean like constructs and golems? While the library does keep some tomes about this practice for historical purposes access to said tomes is generally heavily restricted, however seeing as you are the Iron Dragons and your papers do all seem in order I do suppose I could grant you access to these tomes.
To Wyaar she says, We have historical texts detailing the saga of Gargul and his twin punishers. You are free to peruse them if you like. Im not sure if we have anything as detailed as what you are looking for because a lot of the chronicles took artistic license at certain points in time. We do have a number of treatises on the bone tower though as it is a really interesting structure that has captured the interest of many Woldians. As far as your cult inquiries go we do have books on cults in general but I dont believe anyone has written anything recently regarding the particular cult you have been having run-ins with. I be more than happy to send for someone to gather the books we have on cults but Im not sure if it would be worth your time. As for your question about a free-willed undead construct the best we can do there is some illustrated childrens books about a being from another world who died was brought back as an undead using powerful magic and merged with a magical suit of armor. The kids really seem to love this one for some reason, I dont get it but I digress...Why dont I have someone show some of you to where we keep the tomes on constructs and others of you can go to where we keep our historical texts on Gargul. Ill send someone to deliver the books on the Bone Tower and cults there as well. Im honestly not sure if we have anything that will satisfy all your inquiries but we will do the best we can.
She rings a bell and a grizzled looking bald dwarf with a red bird appears from a hidden passageway. Quimby, please escort some of the Iron Dragons to the special collections. They are interested in learning what we have about constructs and golems. Take the rest to where we keep the historical texts concerning Woldian Deities specifically Gargul. They are looking for books related specifically to Marteus and Kevintar. Also please dispatch someone to gather any document on the bonetower or cults and deliver them to the historical Deity section.
Quimby bows to the assembled Dragons and starts escorting you down the passage he came from. A short while later you emerge into a wide room with a fireplace and several rows of book shelves. He says, This room houses our historical texts on Woldian Gods. That shelf, that shelf and that shelf pertain to Gargul. Someone will bring you texts concerning the bone tower and cults if some of you will wait here. The rest of you follow me.
Those that decide to look into the construct texts follow Quimby down more passageways zigging and zagging and finally ascending a spiral staircase. Quimby says, We keep our special collection in a place that is hard to get to. Not many people are allowed to view them but if giving you access to the collection would enable you to better save the Wold who are we to keep you from it. He takes a key from his belt and opens a heavy metal door (Appraise 30 Highlight to display spoiler: {The door appears to be a mithral alloy}) Those who made the journey to the special collectiona are greeted by a richly appointed chamber in dark oak with plush chairs and stacks on stacks of books and scrolls as well as various chests. Quimby goes to one of the corners, pulls out a chest, grabs another key from his belt and opens the heavy lock on the chest.
(Detect magic + spellcraft DC 31 Highlight to display spoiler: {You recognize the tome from the chest as an Iron Golem Manual })
Constructs Result: [know[arcana] 42 : (Highlight to display spoiler: {You find a lot about creating conventional golems but nothing regarding creating what you are looking for. There is one theoretical text talking about how the crystal from the crystal mountains might have properties making it suitable to create a new kind of construct that is more than just essentially a slave to its masters commands but there isnt anything concrete there as to how someone would actually do that.})
If you made the above roll + Int Check 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Dock came from the Sargrass and it is crystalline perhaps Dock is the result of the theoretical technique?}
Marteus / Kevintar know [religion]: 28 Highlight to display spoiler: {You know that Marteus and Kevintar had different personalities although they were twins. Marteus took great joy from his role as punisher while Kevintar did what he did as was his duty. Marteus did not become entrapped quietly but Gargul ordered Kevintar into his cage and Kevintar went. Kevintar has been in prison for a really long time who knows how that could have changed him?}
Bonetower Know [engineering] 32 : Highlight to display spoiler: {The bone tower is constructed in such a way that it exists in multiple dimensions / spaces. Its unique properties are part of what made it suitable as a location to jail the twin punishers in. A tribe of orcs guards the entrance and holds tournaments for people who want to try to gain entrance.}
Cults Know [religion] 26 Highlight to display spoiler: {Over the course of Wold history many minor cults have popped up here or there tied to either some charismatic figure or would be new power or deity. Billoopl has had at least 1 instance where cult followers of his tried to bring Him back only to be thwarted by others and a Witchfire had raised a cult of her own as well. The Cult you are interested in though is not well documented as the librarian said because they had remained hidden for so long. }
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects d20+24=35 ; d20+20=21 ; Thursday August 9th, 2018 9:50:35 AM "Thankyou" Tink whispers in appreciation for the directions.
She makes her way to read over the documents on constructs. It's interesting however she doesn't learn as much as she would have hoped.
Spellcheck vs DC31: 32 = Autopass Appraise vs DC30: 21 = Fail Knowl Arcana vs DC42: 35 = Fail. That's right, get the fails out now.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Thursday August 9th, 2018 11:07:09 AM
Garret follows along with the group to the first room. When a couple of the dragons start looking at books, he plops down on the ground and noisily continues sucking on the jawbreaker, occasionally taking it out of his mouth to look at it, and then licking it before shoving it back in his mouth. The gloves occasionally get piles of gooey mess on them, but the apparently clean themselves. Not surprisingly, Garret doesn't really notice.
OOC: Garret can't help with any of those rolls at all, sorry! :)
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Thursday August 9th, 2018 2:10:05 PM
Wyaar has no idea about any of that stuff... but man, can he fetch a book if someoen else points it out for them. And his fingers stay clean too.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Thursday August 9th, 2018 3:05:14 PM
Zane reads the first line in one of the books about constructs.... "Ok, I'm done. this stuff is so far beyond me just getting that 5th word of the first sentence made my head hurt. This all yours everyone, I'll just sit over here and make sure Garret doesn't make a mess."
Restlin takes a look at the book Tink put down. "Iron Golem manual. Not immediately helpful, but maybe we can extrapolate some way to include intelligence and free will into their creation. Put it in the maybe pile."
Know, Arcana: 47, INT check autopass.
"Lots of stuff here about making golems, but not much...wait...check here. There's something about using the crystals from the Crystal Mountains back in the Sargrass to create something like...Dock." He puts the book down. "Hey Zane, you seem to understand Dock's beeping. Maybe you can go see if he was made from Crystal Mountain materials?" He puts the book in the "this may be important pile."
Know, Religion: autopass
"Look here. Says Kevintar just walked into that cage Gargul made for them, while Marteus raised some heck...so why's Kevintar now deciding to go all rogue on Gargul?"
Know, Engineering: 44
"Woah...check this out. That bonetower exists simultaneously in multiple dimensions. That's why it was used to jail the two gods. Book's out of date, though. Still says the orc tribe is guarding it. Supposedly they used to hold tournaments for folks who wanted to get in. Guess the Death Dragons didn't have time for formalities." He puts the book in the "this is definitely important" pile.
Know, Religion: Autopass
"Nothing useful about our cult here. They're not the first to try and set Kevintar free, though."
Restlin stands and stretches, worn out from all the research. "Our best bet may be seeing if there are ways into the Bonetower from the other dimensions it touches...aside from just following Gargul's convoluted key instructions. I'll do some more research into it, see if we can't figure out what dimensions it touches. We may have to do some scouting after that, poking for ways in."
He then does just that, digging in and trying to find which dimensions the Bonetower touches.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Thursday August 9th, 2018 8:37:06 PM
Hearing his name, Zane perks up for moment, then says, [b]"Got it, I think, headed back to the rebuilding zone, I'll give you an answer by ring."/[b] With that, Zane makes his way out of the Library and once outside, drops a haste on himself, unfurls his wings and just above building height, makes for the area where Dock was, if he spots him before reaching the site, he'll adjust his flight path, otherwise he'll ask directions and or start looking around.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Thursday August 9th, 2018 9:40:09 PM
Beri digs through the ancient tomes and learns a ton... such as the fact that ancient tomes are hard to decipher. It's as if the scholars went our of their way to make things sound as complex and as hard to decipher as possible. Perhaps they were able to charge more for their books if they sounded complicated. He wonder's briefly where the children's books are that were mentioned. He is glad that Restlin is able to make better use of them then he is.
That's a great idea. It sounds like it shouldn't matter where we enter, so it would be in our best interest to not used the most heavily guarded entrance.
As for Kevintar, I wonder if he was also somehow tricked into thinking Gargul gave him commands... or it could just be that a lifetime of solitary confinement slowly drove him crazy. Can't say I'd blame him.
I guess that just leaves the free-willed undead construct. As far as I know, those illustrated children's books are our best lead, unless you think we'd be able to scry for the construct based on just the general description we have.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Friday August 10th, 2018 7:53:53 AM
Both let's the others finish up at the library. I do not think I will be much help her. If no one minds, I am going to head to the Catacombs and then the WLA. I will meet you at the tower later and will let you know if I learn anything at the WLA.
DM Mitch Friday August 10th, 2018 8:13:07 AM Tink doesnt have much luck researching.
Garret sits down and enjoys his jawbreaker.
Wyarr plays errand boy.
Zane quickly gives up and camps next to Garret to keep him out of trouble. Then something Restlin says perks him up and he leaves.
Restlin really shows his research chops and quickly pulls all the important information out of the tomes.
Beri hits the childrens section.
Bosk heads out to get other business done.
Zane flies off looking for Dock. He manages to locate the construct using its rescue cranes to clear debris.
After some chirping from Dock, Zane manages to get the impression that the crystal that made Dock did come from the Crystal Mountain at some point but it was changed somehow. Dock knows it was built but it doesnt know by who. Dock had been minding its business when all heck broke loose and ended up captured and enslaved by the blood grass lich and forced to serve as a power source for the giant castle and escape pod.
Beri rings a bell and Quimby appears, the dwarf says, The illustrated children books? That is an unusual request but follow me.
He leads you back down the twisting and winding corridors into a room filled with pillow chairs and shorter book shelves. I believe the tails of the undead warrior and his magical suit of armor are somewhere over there. the dwarf points.
After some digging Beri finds a couple books of an unusual art style (black ink on white paper with characters who have big eyes with small mouths) depicting the adventures of a character with the strange name of Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man. In the first book of the series Mega Cyber Robo Ninja man was just a normal guy well normal for that world. Apparently people drove around in vehicles reminiscent of dock except with wheels instead of the ability to fly and made from what appears to be metal instead of crystal. He died horribly due to an ambush by organized criminals and was brought back after a fashion using the most unusual magic techniques Beri had ever seen illustrated. He was fitted with what seemed like a magic suit of armor that had further strange procedures done on it and after everything was complete Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man had a magic sword, a small range weapon that could knock people back or damage them like an odd shaped wand and a large range weapon reminescent of Docks armament when it was under the influence of the blood grass lich. The rest of the books detail him teaming up with a gang of people wearing strange hair styles and carrying odd equipment and fighting against other larger constructs. The books dont really list an authors name and it appears they were rebound from whatever their original cover had been.
Restlin doesnt really find much about what dimensions the bone tower may interact with. The problem seems to be that no one really ever wrote about it. Whether it was because their expeditions into the tower lead to their deaths or just because the tower hadnt really been fully explored is hard to say.
There is some speculation in a manuscript by a Bard named Rupert the Mirthful that the dimensions the tower connects to hold some kind of special significance but it doesnt really go into detail about what that significance could be and there was an oral tradition of a prophecy of the significance of the connected worlds being revealed when the timing was right. (OOC: anything else you want to look up in the library?)
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Friday August 10th, 2018 10:45:37 AM
As the jawbreaker slowly starts to get smaller, Garret pops it in his mouth and tries to bite it. Of course, it does not break. He noisily pulls it out of his mouth and continues slurping on it, making yummy noises as he does so.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 6/26 d20+39=51 ; d20+32=51 ; Friday August 10th, 2018 11:23:34 AM
Restlin slams the last book shut. "Nothing concrete. It looks like the dimensions the tower connects to are significant, not random. Some prophecy says it would be revealed when the 'time is right', but I'm guessing that's when we're supposed to be doing the key ritual Gargul taught us. It may be too late to start improvising.
"I think we should go get ourselves a stupidly expensive dinner, have a few drinks, then brainstorm for a while and see if we can't come up with a theory ourselves. If we come up empty handed, we go back to finding the proper keys."
As they leave the library, Restlin ends the sympathy spell on the jawbreaker before Garret tries to swallow it whole and chokes.
Know, Arcana: 51 Know, Planes: also 51
Restlin thinks real hard about what dimensions the tower exists in.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Friday August 10th, 2018 2:39:39 PM
Zane relays the info Dock gave him, and he hangs out on it's deck, watching it work with the crew below. When they plan to meet for diner, Zane says bye again to Dock and heads to wherever they are going to eat. If he sees a store front open that sells clothing, he'll make a quick stop. DMHighlight to display spoiler: { He wants a short cape in a medium to dark brown in a size to be used as a bib for Garret. Maybe it'll help keep things cleaner.}
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Friday August 10th, 2018 9:06:07 PM
Beri walk back to Quimby with the re-bound book. Excuse me, it looks like when this book we re-bound the author's name may have been removed. Is there some sort of catalog that would list the original details? It this book is based on an ancient legend or folklore then it may be exactly what we were told to look for.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Saturday August 11th, 2018 4:11:19 AM
Tink silently broods. This is a library, a place where she should be able to find anything on any topic of her choosing. Here she stands without any information at all.
She tries to console herself with the fact that the Hook City library is so closely guarded and with so many archives that even the most learned of scholars was bound to get lost from time to time.
She tags along behind Beri to see what he finds.
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Saturday August 11th, 2018 11:35:16 PM
Sesha isnt able to come up with anything different than Restlin. Theres so much she doesn't know, but they dont have to rush.
"I second us trying to come up with our own way through. Anyone know a world class their?"
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Saturday August 11th, 2018 11:40:32 PM
Bosk listens over the ring as the others talk about Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man. That robo man actually sounds like a golem to me. The guy does and came back in a metal body... That is basically the definition.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Sunday August 12th, 2018 8:48:20 AM "Huh?" Tink wasn't really paying attention. Beri's logic seems sound though. Plus a constructs ninja sounds pretty great.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Sunday August 12th, 2018 12:34:02 PM
"I don't know enough about the difference but aren't golems usually not sentient? Sounds like it would work" Wyaar muses as they exit the library.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Sunday August 12th, 2018 8:58:26 PM Anyway, even if the author doesn't turn out to be a useful lead I believe it makes more sense to to follow the one lead we have than to wander around blindely and hope we get lucky.
DM Mitch Monday August 13th, 2018 7:19:31 AM Garret tries and fails to chew on the jawbreaker.
Restlin suggests they all eat and ponders more about the tower.
Zane hangs out with dock for a bit then heads back looking for a clothing shop along the way.
Beriothian asks more about the childrens book he found.
Tink is annoyed about her lack of success finding out more information. She tags along with Beri to see what he can find out.
Sesha agrees with Restlin
Bosk wonders if the robot man from the childrens story might be a golem.
Wyarr muses more about the golem and its possible sentience.
As the dragons prepare to have a stupidly expensive dinner (OOC: everyone deduct 10 gold per person; more if you are feeling generous as equipment section lists a banquet at 10 gp per person) Restlin thinks long and hard about what possible dimensions the tower could exist in. The problem with other dimensions is they could be as similar to or as different from their current reality as one can imagine. When you had your encounter with the other dimensional orbs pre-Sargrass you noticed most of the worlds you visited were almost alternate versions of your own though some had terrible outcomes.
Zane is able to make his special purchase for Garret (OOC: deduct an additional 2 sp for the cloak)
Quimby looks a little taken aback by Beris question about the origins of the strange book and the rebinding. He says to Beri, Well heres the thing about those books, they were found during the events involving the mist prior to the Sargrass invasion. Its like they came in with the mist, the odd thing is that none of them had covers. Multiple copies too. We managed to secure the ones that were in the best shape and conventionally bind them. The thing is they are just so unique and the kids do seem to love them but weve had mages check and there isnt magic or anything on them so they are safe to read we think. Alchemically the ink and paper seems to be different from the ink and paper we typically use but that shouldnt be a problem. Just seems strange how the world depicted in those tales is so much different than our own. Then again werent the orbs different too? he asks you.
You take in your meal, you have Dock (a sentient free willed construct), some information about Gargul, Marteus, Kevintar, the bone tower, golems and cults and a mission from Gargul to actually go to the bone tower and free Kevintar. While the strange rebound books detailing the adventures of Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man were interesting you dont really know who wrote them. They did turn up recently during the time when the orbs were popping up all over Hook City so it is possible that the books themselves came from another dimension, it would certainly fit with the alchemical oddness noted by examiners but even if the books came from another dimension how could you use that to help you? What do you want to do next?
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Monday August 13th, 2018 11:36:35 AM
Garret hears the others talking over the rings, but he really likes the jawbreaker. He wonders why he hasn't been able to wear it down. It must just take even more licking on it before it wears down enough.
When the others leave, Garret doesn't even notice as he continues to focus on the jawbreaker. Someone has to go back and get him and gently prod him to his feet to get him to go to the dinner. The dinner finally breaks him out of his daze as the sight and smell of food are enough to distract him from the jawbreaker. He slips it into his pocket, still wet, of course, and smiles at the nice spread of food.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Monday August 13th, 2018 1:09:00 PM
Zane arrives at the dinner and presents Garret with the new eating cloak. "Garret, this is to keep you from spilling food onto the floor, see there is pockets at the bottom of the short cape to catch it. You wear it backwards so it covers your front when you eat."
Zane eats his fill, and then says, "So, there is a plan now?"
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Monday August 13th, 2018 2:46:21 PM
Sesha isn't much of an eater. She picks over some of the better fruits and vegetables, eats a little raw fish and soup, and saves most of her stomach for dessert.
She decides to wear pearl to dinner, and her dress has a sheen that is opalescent, like the inside of a sea shell.
After dinner, she decides that she has been passive enough in this process.
"I don't think so, not yet. But we shouldn't leave here tonight without one."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 7/26 d20+17=34 ; Monday August 13th, 2018 2:59:18 PM
Restlin is much smarter than Carl. I'm making a straight INT roll to see if I can piece together all this information into some sort of...idea. Not a whole plan, per say, just trying to figure out if what we've learned may pan out into something, or if we should drop the whole other-dimension line of inquiry and start worrying about sentient constructs more.
INT check: 34
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Restlin is mostly quiet during dinner as his mind turns. He feels like he may be on the verge of figuring something out. He could be dead wrong about that, but it's worth one final big thinking session.
He does get his gloves back from Garret, though. He gives them a good shake, but trusts in his suit's magic to keep itself clean, even of Garret level mess. He gives a nod to Zane's forethought.
"Tink, you've been awfully quiet tonight. Any bright ideas stewing?"
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Monday August 13th, 2018 8:43:05 PM
Wyaar has no idea but enjoys a good banquet when it's available.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Monday August 13th, 2018 9:31:45 PM
Beri sits down at the table. At first he thought about something light, but when he realizes they are going to an actual banquet the druid decides to get his moneys worth. He starts of with the rack of lamb, garlic mashed potatoes, prosciutto wrapped asparagus, and a nice Bordeaux to round it off.
As he eats he listens to the others discuss what to do next.
Well, as much as I'd prefer to go in with a plan, I fear that Gargul may have put us on a path that forces us to rely on blind faith and luck... so in other words, we are going with our default plan.
He told us we would need to "Go to Bone Tower. Defeat the cult that has already defeated the orcs formerly there. Secure the entrance. Find two free-willed corporeal undead, two free-willed constructs, and one free-willed undead construct who will declare their devotion to me. Also find five hearts, of creatures powerful and potent, hearts of virtue, sin, order, chaos, and balance. Enter the Tower with these allies..."
He also said regarding the plan that we could "disregard or adapt as fate prompts"... I have a hunch he knew we'd try to do things in a more logical order, and phrased it that way so we'd be able to accept that fate is forcing us to secure the tower, and only then find what we need to gather the rest of the requirements. And if we have to deal with the cultists first, my guess is that the cultists are on the same mission. They've probably spent the last few years hunting down the clues we are looking for now, and perhaps even obtained some of the requirements.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Tuesday August 14th, 2018 12:45:04 AM Do you think we could enlist the help of another band of orcs in helping over throw the cult? It could help preserve our spells, although then we run the risk of having to then defeat a band of orcs. I think a good starting point is seeing if Dock can recall anything about where he came from and who made him. We should also see if anything else came in through the mist. Agatha might know about that.
DM Mitch Tuesday August 14th, 2018 8:09:28 AM
Garret is eventually prodded into leaving the jawbreaker alone.
Zane gets Garret a cloak that acts as a bib and wonders aloud if they have a plan.
Sesha tells Zane no, there isnt a plan yet.
Restlin wracks his considerable brains for a plan and a theoretical idea that is hypothetically possible slowly forms in his head. He remembers that Agatha and Sprocket used material from the gate from the Float in order to accomplish something with the first draft of their trans-dimensional device as the gate at the float has a property that allows it to connect to other places. The library seems to think that those Mega Cyber Robo Ninja man books came from some other reality. Mayhaps it is possible to use some or all of those books as a focus to establish some sort of connection to wherever the books came from in a process similar to whatever Agatha did with her prototype. Mayhap those books are some kind of historical narrative? If so actually going to the world where the books came from may allow them to find Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man or something like him. Hes possibly a construct, possibly an undead, possibly both. The procedures in the book done on his corpse and armor were very strange so who is to say what the final results of those odd magicks were? As much as Restlin loathes the Star Mages and Agatha, it might not hurt to at least pick her mind on what he is thinking. Mayhap she and Sprocket can make his vague idea a concrete reality? Mayhap theyll be able to tell the others more about the strange procedures in the book at the very least?
Alternatively Beri rehashes what Gargul wants the party to do and speculates that they may be able to take advantage of any progress the cult had achieved if they go to put an end to their presence in the Bone Tower first.
Wyarr has no ideas to offer.
Bosk suggests they recruit some orcs in the area to help them retake the tower entrance.
Now that everyones eaten, what will you do next?
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Tuesday August 14th, 2018 11:16:42 AM
Garret looks at Zane and says, "What's wrong with spilling food on the floor?"
He looks down at the cape and says, "No matter, more pockets equals more food!" As the banquet appears, he tries out the pockets to see which kinds of food will fit best in them. When the food continues coming, he ignores the pockets and really starts eating...and eating. As Beri mentions the plan and the hearts, Garret mumbles, "Who wants to give up their hearts for this kind of sacrifice? Are we savages?"
Then you can hear a light snoring as Garret leans or falls back in his chair, as he has eaten himself into a solid food coma, a drumstick of some kind still clutched in one hand...
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Tuesday August 14th, 2018 11:30:23 AM
Zane repeats what Dock says he knows....
Quote: After some chirping from Dock, Zane manages to get the impression that the crystal that made Dock did come from the Crystal Mountain at some point but it was changed somehow. Dock knows it was built but it doesnt know by who.
Zane then says, "I know Agatha is currently being a help, but with the way she works without really thinking of the out come, do you think it's smart to give her any idea that she could create a construct like Dock? I doubt that whatever she should happen to create if she succeeded would be anything we'd want wandering around."
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Tuesday August 14th, 2018 11:52:14 AM
"Agatha is probably reliable in an unreliable sort of way. I have a feeling if we tell her that no matter what, and regardless of consequence, we need her to get us to the other dimension, she can make it happen. We might all show up as faeries wearing ivy and thongs, but by gosh she can get us there."
Sesha sips a light coffee, extra sweet with sugar and cream.
"Is taking a back door worth the risk of using her? Maybe. There's a lot to be said for not knocking on the front door of trouble."
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Tuesday August 14th, 2018 6:18:27 PM
"we may be able to sway some of the Orc to our cause, perhaps even towards Good in general. it is worth a try if we are able" Wyaar puts in.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Tuesday August 14th, 2018 7:37:36 PM
Swaying the minds of orcs could be a considerable challenge but Tink is ready to give it a go
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Tuesday August 14th, 2018 9:08:46 PM
Beri digs into a slice of spiced pear cake and a cup of coffee as the group discusses how to proceed. In any case, I do think we should pick Agatha's mind on this. Her and Sprocket are the only two that seem to understand how this stuff actually works. If we go it alone, there is too much that could go wrong. If we were to find ourselves trapped in another dimension, that would be horrible enough, but our failure would mean that pretty much everyone in the Wold would suffer as a result as well.
Besides, I'm fairly confident that Agatha would be willing to put off any messing around with the constructs if we promise to give her sole access to this information. She's more interested in getting publications in the star mages than anything else, and wouldn't jeopardize her chance to be the first sole receiver of this info.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 7/26 Tuesday August 14th, 2018 9:55:43 PM
Finally, the lightbulb goes on.
"Beri. Did you check out those kids books? The one with the super majestic 'robo' warrior? IF they come from another dimension and IF they're not pure fantasy, that thing may be an aware construct as well. That dimension may be full of the things for all we know. It may even make that whole part of the ritual trivial."
He grabs Sesha's drink and downs it in a gulp, continuing on before she can protest. "Agatha and Sprocket know far more about dimensional doodads than I do, but if any energy from that other dimension exists and they can detect and focus it, we may be able to pay it a visit." He slumps back in his chair, mentally worn out.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Wednesday August 15th, 2018 12:49:29 AM
Both chews his lip as he ponders the overwhelming feeling that he is missing something important.
ooc: I am trying to review the old posts to see if I am overlooking anything.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday August 15th, 2018 5:32:45 AM
Tink exhales slowly. She just doesn't like these Mage's Guild folk but doesn't want to display it too openly.
She can only hope they haven't meddled too much or caused any more things for the ID to worry about.
DM Mitch Wednesday August 15th, 2018 7:15:09 AM Garret wonders whats wrong with food on the floor before deciding it doesnt matter. He also wonders who would give up their heart for this ritual.
Zane repeats what he knows about dock and wonders if its really a good idea to tell her enough that she might try to make her own.
Sesha points out that Agatha is pretty reliable and could probably get them to another dimension, though they might end up as fairies or something.
Wyarr thinks trying to convert some Orcs to the side of good would be a worthwhile endevor.
Tink thinks Wyarrs idea would be tough but is willing to give it a shot. She muses on her dislike of the star mages and hopes they havent/wont cause to big of a mess.
Beri points out the danger of trying the scheme on their own and that Agatha is more interested in publishing things than making things.
Restlin explains his brain storm to the group.
Bosk reconsiders everything thats been found out or discussed up to now.
Wyaar and Tink seem to be keen on trying to give the front door a try after seeing if they can rally some orcs to their cause to retake the entrance.
While others have misgivings about going to Agatha, Restlin, Beri and Sesha think it could ultimately be worth the risk.
The next day when you go where Agatha and Sprocket are working on repairs you find the 2 in the vicinity of Dock though not onboard your new friend. Agatha does seem to have some strange device pointed at the sentient construct from afar and taking some readings.
She nonchalantly puts her device down and tries to play it cool as you walk up to her, Im not taking it apart, Im just getting some readings with regards to the type and strength of magical auras emanating from Dock. The weird thing is the strength and type of auras that construct puts out seems to change based on what it is doing and the color of the large bottom gem that has something to do with its flight capabilities.
Anyway, it seems like you had a reason for coming to me, so what can I help you with?
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Wednesday August 15th, 2018 10:45:08 AM
With no small amount of huffiness, Sesha gets another cup of coffe ordered, carefully measures in her cream and sugar, and drinks it on the defensive to ward away intrusive mage priests.
Sesha liked this woman. No one else did, really, but Sesha felt like she understood Agatha's doggedness to a cause that other people couldn't easily rally behind. She doesn't mind taking the lead.
"Hey Agatha, how do you feel about travel to alternate realities, sentient constructs that are also free willed, and breaking into places where gods are stored like dogs in a crate?"
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Wednesday August 15th, 2018 11:25:24 AM
Garret is feeling quite filled and content the next day. It has been some time when he has really had his fill of food for more than one meal in a row. He is all smiles as they find Agatha and Sprocket. Garret does a double-take at Sesha when she just blurts out the question about other realities and gods stored like dogs, mouth agape.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/26 d20+39=59 ; Wednesday August 15th, 2018 11:51:21 AM
Restlin's respect for Agatha is growing, but he still checks her math to make sure her observations are just that.
Knowledge, Arcana: 59 - Is she just observing, or can this setup somehow interfere with Dock?
He's pretty sure he knows the answer to Sesha's question, so he continues. "The library's got some new books in the childrens' section that they're pretty sure came through during the dimensional rift extravaganza. They detail a world where sentient constructs exist with some frequency. We were hoping you could lend some assistance in visiting there if our hunches prove correct."
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Wednesday August 15th, 2018 7:39:58 PM
Zane lets the others deal with Agatha and Sprocket, he heads directly to Dock. "You're not over working yourself are you?" certain that if he's being bothered, that Dock will inform him....
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Wednesday August 15th, 2018 9:02:23 PM
Before they had out, Beri remembers he's been forgetting to ask Restlin's help. Oh, Restlin, before I forget, I have a few permanent spells I want to get, would you be able to cast the actual spells for me later?
When they get to the repair site there isn't much more for Beri to ask. He waits for Agatha to hear their request and see if she has any sguggesions.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Wednesday August 15th, 2018 10:49:18 PM
Wyaar smiles to Agatha and eyes the repairs.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects d20+26=35 ; Thursday August 16th, 2018 7:01:11 AM Sense Motive: 35
Tink smiles politely to Agatha but wonders if she has already been fiddling with the device.
DM Mitch Thursday August 16th, 2018 7:18:23 AM Sesha decides to lead the conversation with Agatha and asks a question.
Garret is feeling content and is surprised at Seshas question.
Restlin further clarifies what theyre after.
Zane talks to Dock.
Beri asks Restlin about permanent spells being recast.
Wyarr smiles politely and looks over the repairs in progress.
Tink also smiles politely but is more suspicious.
Agatha says to Sesha, You know my interests in other dimensions and why I am so interested. A place where Gods are created could also be useful for our end goals. As far as sentient constructs, the concept is certainly fascinating. I have been studying your new friend and it would certainly be a feat to create something like him.
Restlin gets the impression Agathas instrument is a detector not an emitter so it cant interfere with Docks functioning. Tink gets the impression that Agatha is being honest with them.
After hearing of your recent trip to the library she holds up a hand and says, Let me show you something. She claps her hands and Sprocket drags a metal suitcase about the same size as the gnome himself over to where you are. She undoes the latches on the suitcase and opens it up to reveal multiple copies of the strange tale of Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man.
She says, I collected these samples during the orb events pre Sargrass invasion. I thought they might come in handy as the technique used to produce the paper and the ink is alien to me. Honestly I had intended to try to use these to calibrate a potential destination for my portal generator but so much else has kept me away from trying that. I do wonder though if the place where these books came from are the origin of the story itself. Perhaps the denizens of this dimension are spreading the word they received from another dimension elsewhere in the multiverse. I honestly dont know if we can calibrate a gate to get to the dimension to books came from and if we do I dont know if it will be stable enough to go back. It is quite possible that the journey itself is a one way trip, however if you brought the right person and tools along you could probably get to another dimension from the origin dimension of the stories if you absolutely had to thus mitigating the risk of the dimensional trek being one way. Though honestly if you have to keep leap frogging dimensions, not able to go back the way you came Im not quite sure how long it would take you to find another point that intersected with your home dimension. Ill tell you what why dont you give Sprocket and me a day or three with our portal device prototype and the books we collected and see if we cant establish a connection with the source dimension. As I said it might not be possible. If it is is possible well send for you and I and you can follow the trail of these strange stories wherever they lead.
Dock chimes to Zane that it has taken a few breaks and is enjoying the work.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/26 Thursday August 16th, 2018 9:50:55 AM
Restlin nods at Beri's request. "Of course, dude. No problem. Just need a bunch of diamond dust. I've got a few I need to re-cast on myself anyway. We'll make a play date out of it."
He should have known Agatha and Sprocket would be on top of this, but their news isn't too heartening. The thought of leaping from dimension to dimension, striving to find sentient constructs, and hoping each time that his next leap will be the leap home...well, he'd rather not go down that path.
He does let Zane know that Agatha's current contraption doesn't affect Dock in any way, just in case he was concerned.
"Ok friends, we all have things we need to do personally to prepare. What's say we give these two time to do what they need to do while we go prep ourselves?"
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Thursday August 16th, 2018 9:56:52 AM
Garret listens to Agatha and mumbles, "So we would slide between dimensions, perhaps on an eternal quest as Sliders..."
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Thursday August 16th, 2018 2:51:58 PM
Zane tells Dock to do what he needs to and reminds him that there is Slip space at the Iron Draogon's Tower next to Starblazer for him whenever he needs it. He also lets him know that the Dragon's may be headed out soon on an adventure and not to worry if they don't return for a while. Flying down to the others, Zane lands gives a look at the gizmo Agatha has pointed at Dock and listens to the rest of the conversation....
DMs, I took Leadership a level or 2 ago, the Idea was to make a Crew for Starblazer and have them patrol around Hook City as well as run errands as needed, like transporting the ship to another location for us to use. They never got created.
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Thursday August 16th, 2018 4:15:09 PM
Sesha peeks at one of the books.
"Can I borrow one? To read? I'm curious what that dimension is like."
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Thursday August 16th, 2018 7:02:16 PM
"I'll borrow one too if I can? Looks interesting at least" WyAar chimes in.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Thursday August 16th, 2018 9:25:56 PM
Beri examines one of the books. If you have enough copies to spare, I think we'd all like a chance to go over the story of Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man to figure out how to proceed and any details we can about how that dimension differs from ours.
I see why we need to use the books to anchor us to the other dimension, I assume that we have a lot more options to choose from in our own dimension. Is there anything particular that we can look for that will provide a stronger anchor or beacon to make it easier to find our way back ?.
DM Mitch Friday August 17th, 2018 7:19:28 AM Restlin agrees to help Beri with her permanent spell and suggests they all go do prep while Agatha works on her experiment.
Garret refers to something called sliders.
Zane talks to dock some more before joining the rest of the group.
Sesha asks about borrowing one of the books.
Wyarr is equally curious about them.
Beri asks if theres some what to improve their odds of getting back home.
(OOC: DM Hugh: Im sorry I forgot all about your leadership feat; I was supposed to make some NPCs that I never got around to; I dont suppose Mitch could come up with some cohort tryouts? If not maybe Ill be able to free up some time next weekend
DM Mitch: see e-mail.)
Agatha says to Sesha, Wyaar and Beri , You may all borrow a copy but we may need all the books to act as a focus, you see we arent aiming at the pictures or anything. she emphasizes to Beri.
She explains, We are using the unique alchemical signature of the paper and ink to attune it to other similar signatures that may be out there. The reason why we used pieces of the Float gate originally was because of a similar attunement.
She says, As for an anchor point in our own dimension we would need to take something with us that is as unique to the Wold as we can find in as much of a quantity as possible. She considers Dock and says, If he is made from Crystal Mountains Crystal he may be able to serve as a focus to get us home, well potentially to the vicinity of the shattered Crystal Mountains but at least the remnants arent too far from here relatively speaking. Unless of course there is some time dilation in which case we could potentially end up in Maabs pocket dimension...that does beg the question could you cross paths with your selves during the events of the Sargrass invasion? If you did could you change the future or in our case the present? What would happen if you didnt rescue Dock or he got destroyed because of something you told your other selves? Paradoxes abound. Hopefully there isnt time dilation as thinking about it just makes my head hurt but of course we are playing around with things that have that kind of potential. We may figure out a way to bring back Janiterri and Serenbeth yet. she says with a twinkle in her eye looking directly at Sesha
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/26 Friday August 17th, 2018 1:09:06 PM "Got it. Ok, I'm gonna go prepare for whatever mess we end up getting in."
...and then he does just that.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Friday August 17th, 2018 2:35:36 PM
Garret stands there, listening to Agatha explain all about the dimensions and anchors. Then he farts.
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Friday August 17th, 2018 2:46:00 PM
Sesha freezes.
She had almost forgotten that Serenbeth was her entire reason for joining the Dragon Consortium. All things move in circles.
"I'll keep an eye open, for sure."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Friday August 17th, 2018 8:59:20 PM
Tink grimaces a little as Garret expresses himself. "I'll come with you Restlin"
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Friday August 17th, 2018 10:39:35 PM I'm not too worried about meeting my past self. If I was going to run into me I already would have the first time I went through those events. Of course, I don't subscribe to the belief that time is a strict progression of cause to effect, but actually, from a nonlinear, non-subjective viewpoint, it's more like a big ball of wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey... stuff. Hmm... let me try that again. I don't believe that it's a single line that erases itself if someone messes with past events, but instead creates an alternate future with a second distinct set of us. In fact, we've already met ourselves in an alternate future... we were pretty nice guys.
Honestly, I think the real danger with messing with the timelines is that you run a high chance of angering several of the gods of the Wold.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Saturday August 18th, 2018 11:13:37 PM we better be careful with the whole bringing gods back thing. I do not want to bring the mutated Sargrass God back in accident
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Sunday August 19th, 2018 5:04:10 AM
As Tink leaves with Restlin she takes some time to slowly wander amongst the people of Hook. The Iron Dragons have been drawn to other parts of the Wold and haven't really had a lot of time lately to touch base with the people here. She doesn't want to come across as immodest, however the ID simply being seen might go some way to help uplift spirits.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Sunday August 19th, 2018 8:30:21 PM "So, we aren't enough of an Anchor ourselves to be the focus to find our way back home?"
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Sunday August 19th, 2018 11:21:20 PM
"this is all.. very complicated. I am glad to be among others better ablento piece this arcane and divine mess together" Wyaar says before doing things to get ready.
DM Mitch Monday August 20th, 2018 7:18:45 AM Restlin goes to prepare
Garret farts.
Sesha realizes she had almost forgotten the reasons she had joined the Consortium.
Tink goes with Restlin to prepare, but divirts to wander town and talk to the people.
Beri poo poos the risk of running into themselves or messing up time.
Bosk warns they should be careful about returning gods.
Zane wonders why they cant use themselves as a focus to get back.
Wyarr comments that its all rather complicated.
Agatha says to Sesha, Yes well your newest adventure seems like it could hold keys to many questions so keeping an eye out for places where that could happen is prudent.
To Bosk she says, Yes we wouldn't want to have to deal with that mess all over again.
To Zane she says, No for some reason living material cant act as a focus. Material that is nonliving can. Ergo my suggestion of your construct friend as a focus.
To Wyaar she says, Ill consult you if insight into Maab is needed.
To Beri she says, I already said this stuff makes my head hurt. We can debate the philosophical nature of time and space some other time but right now Sprocket and I have work to do. Im not sure if I care if I offend the Gods if Janiterri is able to make her return. She was once one of them and they did nothing when her and her sisters were lost.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Monday August 20th, 2018 11:47:20 AM
When Tink goes to wander off, Garret quickly scampers after her. He has enjoyed the residents of Hook, especially near the tower, and he has come to know many of them. He bounces along, waving and greeting those he knows and introducing himself to those who may not know him yet.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Monday August 20th, 2018 4:44:13 PM
Zane considers other options....He's sure Dock will go with them, but he hates even asking, because the Ship feels like it owes them something.... and trying to explain to the ship that he doesn't would only confuse the situation. He heads back to the tower, and takes Starblazer out for a spin around the City.....
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/26 Monday August 20th, 2018 5:14:35 PM
Restlin takes a trip to the catacombs, then sits down to read a really dull book.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Monday August 20th, 2018 8:55:48 PM
Tink slows her pace with Garret now by her side.
"It's good to see things getting back to normal around here" she notes as they make their way through the streets.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Monday August 20th, 2018 9:11:21 PM
Beri agrees with Agatha I suppose that's true. And as much as I think time should work a certain way, there's no reason the powers of the Wold would necessarily have agreed with that logic when they created it... or even that it needs to work in a consistent manner. I suppose we'll find out soon enough. No matter what, it's bound to be interesting.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Monday August 20th, 2018 10:47:52 PM
Bosk taken a minute to ponder how Serenbeth's return would affect Jancassis given the gods connection.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 21/15/16, CMD 33 , HP 140/153 (148 temp max), DR 5/Evil Tuesday August 21st, 2018 12:53:44 AM
Wyaar accompanies Restlin to get his own boring books to read
DM Mitch Tuesday August 21st, 2018 7:00:03 AM Garret joins Tink in wandering the town.
Zane tries to figure out how to ask Dock to accompany them but isnt sure. He takes Starblazer out while he thinks.
Restlin]/b] hits the catacombs then reads a book.
[b]Tink comments that its good to see things going back to normal.
Beri muses on the nature of time to Agatha before she leaves.
Bosk wonders how Serenbeths return would affect the other gods.
Wyarr joins Restlin in book reading.
Among the people Garret and Tink greet are some of those the dragons helped with that spat of explosive rune driven terrorism a while back.
Zane tries to think of other alternatives besides bringing Dock with them on their journey, he doesnt want to pressure the construct into going with them as it might feel obligated but isnt not asking it in the first place another form of making a decision for Dock?
Agatha says to Beri, Its funny but I once heard an old curse that went something like May you live in interesting times when translated into common. Makes you wonder who cursed us?
Bosk wonders if Serenbeth or Janiterri came back would they hold a grudge against their surviving sister who lived on when they were lost. He also wonders if Serenbeth or Janiterri came back would they have the power they once had or would they be relegated to immortal power status while Jancassas is still a God in Her own right.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:46/46/38; +4 vs AOO; HP: 207/207 Ki:20/20 CMD: 51 SR: 29] Tuesday August 21st, 2018 11:02:26 AM
Garret smiles and does some acrobatic tricks when he sees some of the children that he has come to know.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +18/+9/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/26 Tuesday August 21st, 2018 12:17:36 PM
Most of Restlin's preparations for their next big mission require time and solitude. As such, not much is seen of him for several days. He's got a book to read, scrolls to scribe into his spellbook, permanency spells to cast...it's a lot.
Zane (JCC) AC 31, CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Tuesday August 21st, 2018 5:29:39 PM
Zane, over the days is seen with either Dock or running Starblazer about the city. He keeps an eye out for possible crew members, you never know where you'll find them..... Heck, who'd think a person like him would ever make a Sailor....
Sesha [AC 35 /23 To/35 Fl] | HP 21/129 | CMD 33] Tuesday August 21st, 2018 8:52:47 PM
With Restlin reading, Bosk in contemplation, Tink busy, and the others occupied. Sesha sneaks away to Sanctuary with Sister. She refreshes her borrowed spells from her cohort, and takes time to be with her coven.
Beriothian -- AC:38+4/18/36+4 HP: 183/231 Blink: 50% miss, CMD = 23 Tuesday August 21st, 2018 9:05:39 PM
Beri thanks Agatha for her help. I guess that leaves me with some of the most fun research I've had to do in a while. We'll bring the books back in the morning, hopefully with some clues about where to find either Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man or the author of these tails. Oh, I probably should have asked this before, but do you know if Mega Cyber Robo Ninja Man is one of the good guys? It sounds like it from the name, but who knows how those things work in another dimension.
Bosk AC: 42/20/38 blinking, DR10/magic, CMD: 35 93 hp (-18 lost con) /169 Wednesday August 22nd, 2018 7:04:38 AM
As others prepare Bosk sneaks away to the WLA to complete his training.
DM Mitch Wednesday August 22nd, 2018 7:33:35 AM Garret does tricks for the children.
Restlin does a lot of bookwork.
Zane flies about the city with the two airships keeping his eye out for crewmen.
Sesha goes to see her cohort.
Beri thanks Agatha and wonders if the character in the book is a good guy.
Bosk goes to the WLA.
When Sesha shows up at the coven Yzargo asks, I know you have taken that mage priest as a consort Matron but would you object if I got to know Sister better? Last I checked she was unattached.
Yzargo flirts with Sesha later when she goes to restore her spells, Is there anything else you need from me besides some magic? he asks with a wink.
Agatha says to Beri, Well he was murdered by organized criminals. I think he used his ninja skills to fight crime and they didnt like it. Per the books Whatever strange magic was employed brought him back, gave him strange weapons and armor and he met up with other folks wearing strange outfits and ended up fighting against an evil scientist and his robot army. I think robots must be a type of construct and I guess a scientist is a type of spellcaster we dont have around these parts. I would think he would be considered good unless maybe hes from one of those stories where no one is really good and everyone is just kind of a different shade of grey.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 34/24/25* (+2 vs Evil) -- CMD 26 -- HP 214/214 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday August 22nd, 2018 8:04:41 AM
Tink smiles and gives polite applause to Garret's antics. He sure does have a way with kids.
She makes a few 'pew pew' noises for him to act out getting hurt, or at least, demonstrating himself as Garret the Indestructible.
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